Lead Building Operator

Allied; Toronto; On-site; CAD 68,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Comprehensive health benefits

Paid volunteer day

Professional development and mentoring

Job summary

Allied Properties REIT seeks a Lead Building Operator to maintain performance and reliability of building systems across the portfolio. The role involves supervising operations, coordinating with the Technical Services team, and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance in Canada’s urban properties.

The successful candidate will lead staff, troubleshoot equipment, monitor energy use, and support budget preparation, with a strong focus on customer service and cross‑functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in building operations/maintenance in commercial, retail, or industrial environments.
• Experience with HVAC, plumbing, electrical, fire alarm systems.
• Certificate of Building Environmental Systems BES I & II, SMA/SMT, 4th Class Power Engineer, or equivalent.
• Knowledge of building operations, life safety and energy management practices.
• Ability to read plans/blueprints; CAD knowledge.
• Willingness to work overtime; valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Coach, develop and mentor team members to meet company expectations.
• Train staff on equipment use and procedures to reduce operating costs.
• Respond to tenant concerns and coordinate service delivery; use Yardi for work orders.
• Ensure equipment and systems comply with codes and regulations.
• Inspect and repair site mechanical, electrical, HVAC/BAS systems daily/weekly.
• Interpret building data with the Technical Services Manager to optimize systems.
• Assist in preparing building operating budgets.
• Follow health, safety and security procedures and report concerns.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Independent work

Strong safety mindset

Education

BES I & II, SMA/SMT or 4th Class Power Engineer

Tools

CAD

Yardi FM

Job description

About Allied

Allied is a leading owner-operator of distinctive urban workspace in Canada’s major cities. Our work is grounded in a clear purpose: to provide knowledge-based organizations with distinctive urban environments that support creativity,connectivityand human wellness.

Our vision is more expansive. Weseekto make a continuous contribution to cities and culture that elevates and inspires the humanity in all of us.Thisvision informs how weoperate, how wedesignand how welead.

Real estate, for us,is not a passive investment. Itis a profoundly human endeavour,one that must promote wellness, sustainability,diversityand creativity—today and for generations to come.

Allied is also a place to build a career of consequence. If you are looking for work that is thoughtful,tangibleand enduring—work that contributes meaningfully to cities and the people who inhabit them—you will find purpose here.

For more information onAllied’sapproach to city-building, visit our Insights page.

Maintain the performance and reliability of building systems across Allied’s portfolio. As a Lead Building Operator, you will perform a broad range of building operations and maintenance duties to ensure our properties operate efficiently, safely and to a high standard of physical quality.

Reporting to the Manager, Technical Services, you will collaborate across our organization to address both the planned and unplanned operational needs of our buildings and support the continued performance of Allied’s portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Coach, develop and mentor other team members to achieve company expectations, including fostering a spirit of teamwork, empowerment, growth, learning and unity among all departments.
• Train staff according to their needs and on any duties/procedures they are not familiar with, including how to troubleshoot equipment and perform repairs to reduce operating costs.
• Respond, coordinate and supervise tenant concerns and delivery of services in a timely manner and assist in finding solutions as required, and record all service performed by using Yardi work order management system.
• Ensure all equipment and systems are operated in a safe and efficient manner and are in compliance with all applicable government codes & regulations.
• Conduct inspections and complete repairs as necessary on all site mechanical, electrical, and HVAC/BAS systems and related equipment including but not limited to water treatment, boilers, heat pumps, roof top units, air conditioners, etc., on daily/weekly basis.
• Interpret building systems data and work with the Technical Services Manager to optimize systems and to reduce energy and environmental impact.
• Provide assistance in the preparation of building operating budget.
• Ensure all health, safety and security procedures are adhered to and areas of concern are reported to the appropriate parties in a timely manner in order to limit exposure to liability and participating as a member of the joint health and safety committee.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in building operations, general maintenance in a commercial, retail, or industrial environment.
• Minimum 5 years of experience with HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, Fire Alarm, and other related equipment and systems.
• Certificate of Building Environmental Systems: BES I & II, SMA/SMT, 4th Class Power Engineer, or equivalent.
• Understanding and knowledge of the building operations, life safety, emergencies procedures, and building systems including but not limited to HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, life safety, BBN, OT.
• Understanding of energy management practices, heat transfer principles and sustainability.
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act, knowledge of Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems (WHMIS) and First Aid and CPR training.
• Knowledge of Provincial Building Code & Regulations, Canadian Electrical Code, Provincial Fire Code and Electrical Safety Authority.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, drawings, blueprints, and specifications (CAD advanced knowledge).
• Experience in working at heights and use of booms and lifts, if applicable, would be an asset.
• An assertive self-starter with the ability to work independently under minimal supervision.
• Great time management skills and ability to prioritize work to deliver successful results within agreed upon time frames.
• A strong communicator with a customer-focused mindset, sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively while adapting to change.
• Computer literacy, including MS Office (Word/Excel).
• Knowledge of Yardi FM, or other building management system would be an asset.
• Willingness to work overtime to respond to emergencies and business demands.
• Valid driver’s license.

$68,000 - $77,000 a year

Allieddeterminesindividual compensationby work location and other factors, including relevant experience,educationand internal equity.

Note: The listed salary range does not reflect total compensation and rewards. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

This role is a current vacancy on the Allied team.

Who are we? Allied Properties REIT (TSE:AP.UN) is a leading owner and operator of distinctive urban workspace in Canada’s major cities. Allied’s business is providing knowledge-based organizations with distinctive urban environments for creativity and connectivity. We are also a great place to work. Allied is listed as a 2025 Best Employer in Canada as part of Mercer’s Best Employers global certification, which distinguishes organizations that demonstrate strong results in employee engagement, organizational agility, engaging leadership and talent focus. We are committed to hiring the most qualified candidates with a dedication towards supporting diversity, equity and inclusion across our organization. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, ethnicity, origin, sexual orientation, disability and socioeconomic background. Note: If you require any form of accommodation during the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We will work with you to provide as seamless a recruitment experience as possible.

Who are we?

Allied Properties REIT (TSE:AP.UN) is a leading owner and operator of distinctive urban workspace in Canada’s major cities. Allied’s business is providing knowledge-based organizations with distinctive urban environments for creativity and connectivity. We are also a great place to work. Allied is listed as a 2025 Best Employer in Canada as part of Mercer’s Best Employers global certification, which distinguishes organizations that demonstrate strong results in employee engagement, organizational agility, engaging leadership and talent focus. We are committed to hiring the most qualified candidates with a dedication towards supporting diversity, equity and inclusion across our organization. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, ethnicity, origin, sexual orientation, disability and socioeconomic background. Note: If you require any form of accommodation during the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We will work with you to provide as seamless a recruitment experience as possible.

TotalRewards*andtheEmployee Experience

• Shared financial success and an ownership mindset
  Eligible employees participate in performance-based bonus programs and a retirement savings program, with the option to invest in traditional funds or Allied units. This approach aligns individual effort with Allied’s long-term performance and reinforces a sense of ownership at every level of the organization.
• Intentional presence and time off In addition to vacation, employees receive six personal days and half-daysbefore statutory holidays. Allied supports flexibility whilemaintaininga strong,in-personculture. This reflectshow we collaborate most effectively and how weoperateas a business.
• Health,wellbeingand support
  Comprehensive, company-paidhealth benefits include vision and dental coverage, along with a healthcare spending account. An employeeassistanceprogram is available to provide confidential support when it is needed.
• Growth through leadership and exposure
  Allied believes in leadership at every level. Employees are encouraged to contribute beyond the boundaries of their role, collaborate acrossdisciplinesand develop a broad understanding of the business. For those drawn to real estate, this includes uncommon exposure to how buildings, organizations and cities evolve through hands-on experience and shared responsibility.
• Professional development grounded in practice
  Learning at Allied is both formal and experiential. Ongoing professional development and a mentorship program support growth through structured learning and day-to-day engagement with experienced colleagues across the organization.
• Purpose and connection beyond work Each year, employees are provided with a paid volunteer day to contribute time and effort to a cause that is personally meaningful to them,reflecting our belief that contribution extends beyond the workplace.

If you are motivated by the role real estate plays in shaping cities and culture,and want your work to contribute to that effort,we encourage you to apply.

Moreinsight into life at Allied, including our ESG and EDI initiatives, can be found in our annual ESG report.

*Temporary or contract roles may not qualify for all the benefits listed, and some roles may follow a modified total rewards structure. We will confirmwhat benefits you qualify for during the recruitment process.

Additional Information

We value human connection and experience. WhileAllied uses technology, including AI-enabled tools, to